PDoc told the Dog to stay busy. He wasn't surprised at all that I didn't mood track for a good portion of the summer. There was a lot going on and not much time to ruminate over the bad things.
It's tougher now in the fall with fewer opportunities to play. He was insistent that the Dog write a journal, work on feelings and such, but at a certain time CLOSE THE BOOK and move on to an activity. Let feelings have their time and place but don't let them take over the entire day.
Easier said than done but the Dog will work on this.
"My actions are my only true belongings. I cannot escape the consequences of my actions. My actions are the ground upon which I stand." Thich Nhat Hanh
